Cruios and rarities - click on pic for larger image
These hardy garden orchids whose common name is the marsh or spotted orchid are a bit of a rarity in gardens -protected in the wild these plants are only available from specialist nurseries
These are the three Cypripediums we have in our garden - also known as Lady's Slipper Orchid. Extremely hardy and reliable preferring a little shelter to look their best - cold drying winds will cause the flowers to discolour and become damaged
This is a Sarracenia or Pitcher Plant found mainly in the USA. They range from slightly tender to fully hardy. This one is fully hardy. They catch insects and digest them as a food source.